Crisis Management and Emergency Response at the Local Level
Managing Local Crises and Extraordinary Events in Compliance with the Law
- Civil Protection and Disaster Management: Differences and Similarities.
- Duties and responsibilities, particularly those of the mayor and other officials.
- The Role of the Municipal Fire Department.
- Cooperation with the county, intermediate-level authorities, aid organizations, the THW, and the Bundeswehr.
- Risk analysis.
- Introduction to Municipal Staff Management.
- Strengthening local government structures.
- Challenges for Local Governments from the Perspective of Civil Defense.
The training led by two instructors, both of whom are experienced experts in civil protection and municipal crisis management.
In your online learning environment, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services for this training course once you have registered.
- You'll learn about the differences and similarities between civil defense and disaster management in Germany.
- You understand the relevant legal principles.
- You'll learn about the responsibilities and authorities of the different levels.
- You know how and on what legal basis local authorities can act in the event of a crisis.
- You'll learn about the key players and challenges in disaster management and civil defense.
- You are aware of the cooperation between the various levels of government, aid organizations, and the Bundeswehr.
- You will learn methods for analyzing risks faced by municipalities.
- You'll gain insights into municipal administrative work, as well as practical tools, checklists, and guidance on how to apply them in practice.
Lecture and discussion based on case studies, practical examples and current decisions. What has been learned will be deepened through an exchange of experiences, recommendations for action, design tips and group work.
Mayors, heads, and staff of administrative offices or offices for extraordinary affairs at the municipal level. Heads of public order offices or local police departments, as well as those responsible for the organizational management of fire departments. Additionally, members of aid organizations who wish to learn about the other side of the command staff.
- Customized training courses
- Direct application in practice
- Efficient use of time and resources
Start dates and details

Thursday, September 16, 2027
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.